How to travel from Malmö to Basel

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Compare bus and train for Malmö to Basel

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Malmö to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €21 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 33m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €21, while a flight costs an average of €117.

Distance: 602 miles (970 km)

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Driving

€117

Average price

€21

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Cheapest

€105

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€202

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6h 33m

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4h 33m

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13h 34m

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13h 4m

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30m

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22h 4m

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21h 34m

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11h 56m

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0.3 - 0.9kg

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1.0 - 2.4kg

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KLM

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Deutsche Bahn

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Malmö to Basel is a train with an average price of €21.

This is compared to other travel options from Malmö to Basel:

A train is €84 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Malmö to Basel costing on average €105.

A train is €95 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Malmö to Basel costing on average €117.

The fastest way to travel from Malmö to Basel is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 33m.

Other travel options to Basel take longer:

Train takes on average 13h 34m.

Bus takes on average 22h 4m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Malmö and Basel including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Malmö to Basel among Omio's users.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 7h 23m sooner (4h 33m by flight vs 11h 56m by car) and save roughly €86 compared to fuel and tolls (€117 vs €202). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

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from Malmö to Basel

How to get from Malmö to Basel by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Malmö to Basel is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    7:40 PM21h32
    Malmö, Norra Vallgatan
    5:12 PMBasel Bad Bhf
    €701One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    7:40 PM21h32
    Malmö, Norra Vallgatan
    5:12 PMBasel Bad Bhf
    €701One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Sas AirwaysSK130+Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4221+Air DolomitiLH1204
    6:00 AM8h00
    Malmo Airport
    2:00 PMEuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    €5471One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnR 1075 · ECE 397 · ICE 777 · IC 60403
    1:20 PM17h01
    Malmö Centralstation
    6:21 AMBasel SBB
    €901One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnR 1043 · RJ 385 · ECE 9
    9:20 AM13h50
    Malmö Centralstation
    11:10 PMBasel SBB
    €1201One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnR 1059 · ECE 395 · ICE 77
    11:20 AM13h59
    Malmö Centralstation
    1:19 AMBasel SBB
    €1201One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    7:40 PM27h35
    Malmö, Norra Vallgatan
    11:15 PMBasel, Bahnhof
    €711One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    9:20 PM27h25
    Malmö, Norra Vallgatan
    12:45 AMBasel, Bahnhof
    €711One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:40 AM28h05
    Malmö, Norra Vallgatan
    10:45 AMBasel, Bahnhof
    €751One-way
    2 transfers
  • Sas AirwaysSK106+KLMKL1220 · KL1949
    9:50 AM12h00
    Malmo Airport
    9:50 PMEuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    €3991One-way
    2 transfers
  • Sas AirwaysSK106+KLMKL1224 · KL1949
    9:50 AM12h00
    Malmo Airport
    9:50 PMEuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    €3991One-way
    2 transfers
  • Sas AirwaysSK2112+KLMKL1226 · KL1943
    4:00 PM17h45
    Malmo Airport
    9:45 AMEuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    €3991One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Malmö to Basel

Travel to Basel easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Malmö to Basel.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Malmö and Basel including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Malmö to Basel is a train with an average price of €21.

This is compared to other travel options from Malmö to Basel:

A train is €84 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Malmö to Basel costing on average €105.

A train is €95 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Malmö to Basel costing on average €117.

The fastest way to travel from Malmö to Basel is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 33m.

Other travel options to Basel take longer:

Train takes on average 13h 34m.

Bus takes on average 22h 4m.

The distance from Malmö to Basel is approximately 602 miles (970 km).
The average frequency per day from Malmö to Basel is:
  • Around 69 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.
  • Around 2 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Malmö and Basel as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Malmö to Basel:
  • Buses mostly depart from Malmö, Norra Vallgatan and arrive in Basel, Bahnhof.
  • Flights mostly depart from Malmo Airport and arrive in EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg.
  • Trains mostly depart from Malmö Centralstation and arrive in Basel SBB.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Malmö to Basel, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Sas Airways, KLM Cityhopper, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, KLM, Austrian Airlines to go to Basel by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Basel by bus.
  • Travel with Snälltåget, SJ, Deutsche Bahn to go to Basel by train.
Omio customers who travel from Malmö to Basel often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Colmar, Zurich, Strasbourg, Barcelona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Basel and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Basel to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Basel, you can visit the Tinguely Museum to see kinetic sculptures by Jean Tinguely, enjoy a scenic Rhine River Cruise, and explore the charming Old Town with its medieval buildings and vibrant markets. Art enthusiasts can visit the Fondation Beyeler for modern and tribal art or attend Art Basel for contemporary artworks. Notable sights include the Gothic Basel Minster, the Kunstmuseum Basel, the playful Tinguely Fountain, Basel Zoo, and the historically significant Rathaus Basel with its red sandstone facade.
Two to three days are sufficient to explore Basel's key attractions, including its museums, old town, and the Rhine River.

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